Watson Brown’s Afterlife: The Strange Fate of a Martyr’s Body
Sarah Johnson When Watson Brown joined his father, abolitionist John Brown, in the 1859 raid on Harpers Ferry, he likely understood the risks. He was wounded during the failed uprising and died…
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Stranger Than Your Average Pet: Legal Exotic Animals in Indiana
Indiana may be known for cornfields and car racing, but its pet laws tell a more unexpected story. While many states have clamped down on exotic animal ownership, Indiana remains…
Seriously? 5 Odd Indiana Laws
Emily Thompson Every state has its share of unusual laws, and Indiana is no exception. From quirky restrictions to rules that sound like something out of a comedy sketch, the Hoosier State…
7 Absurd Laws Still On the Books Across the U.S.
Jessica Brown Laws are meant to be broken, or so we’re told in some cases. Strangely, some laws are meant to remain, regardless of how absurd they are.